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Purdue School of Industrial Engineering to be named for Edwardson following $25 million in philanthropic commitments

The Purdue Board of Trustees has approved naming the School of Industrial Engineering for alumnus John A. Edwardson in recognition of $25 million in total gift commitments to support students, faculty, and programming. The school will be known as the Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering.

August 10, 2021
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Venture Capitalist Elmore gives $25 million to Purdue’s School of Electrical and Computer Engineering

The Purdue Board of Trustees on August 6 approved naming the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) for the family of alumnus William B. Elmore in recognition of a $25 million gift.

July 23, 2021
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A legacy continued: Phillips leaves $2.8 million to Biological Sciences

Dr. Bill Phillips (S’78) had a mind for science, an eye for photography, an ear for classical music and opera, and a love of high-quality sound equipment in his early 2000s Acura.

July 21, 2021
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Purdue VP Sautter retires—again—after 50 years

The first time John Sautter retired from Purdue University, back in 2010, his retirement lasted all of one day. This time, Sautter promises it’s permanent.

May 21, 2021
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Purdue Day of Giving inspires staff member to give back

Each Purdue Day of Giving, Whitney Wood proudly supports Purdue Dining and Culinary, which she faithfully serves as a process assistant.

May 21, 2021
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Twin passions drive alumni fundraiser Thorley

The love Robert Thorley feels for Purdue University is rivaled only by his dedication to nearby Clinton County, Indiana.

May 14, 2021
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Purdue engineering announces $5 million gift for minority student scholarships

In support of one of Purdue’s Next Moves to increase the number of underrepresented Boilermakers on campus and to support their success, the College of Engineering announces a five-year program.